FME 45050 - Care of the LGBTQ Patient

Cr Hrs: 3
Session Length: 2 weeks

This is a face-to-face clinical rotation. Students will see LGBTQ patients in a variety of settings, giving them exposure to treatment of common illnesses and special needs of the LGBTQ patient. Experiences will occur in University Family Physicians clinic, in the University of Tennessee Student Health, and in association with local organizations tasked with the care of LGBTQ patients. The students will also have assigned readings that give an overview of LGBTQ care and cultural awareness.

Repeatability (The maximum credit hours a student may have for this course.): 3

Grade Mode: Standard

Instructional Method: Clinical-Elective

Location offered: Knoxville
Hospital: University Family Physicians and University of Tennessee Student Health and Positively Living Knoxville, TN
Prerequisites: Completion of 5 CORE Clerkships inclusive of FME-30000
Term offered: Spring/Fall

Fall - Instructor of Record: Anthony Wilson - gwilson@utmck.edu

Spring - Instructor of Record: Anthony Wilson - gwilson@utmck.edu

Course Coordinator: Heather Johnson - hajohnson1@utmck.edu - 865.305.5055

Prior Authorization: Yes
Blocks Not Offered: Offered all blocks
Off-cycle timing allowed: No
Deadline for Excused Absence: Thirty days before start of elective/rotation
Deadline for Cancellation: Thirty days before start of elective/rotation
Overnight Call and/or Float: No
Time off for interviews: Yes-Students may be allowed some time off provided they contact the administrator at least 4 weeks prior to the onset of the rotation.